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I voted for Obama, and am a registered Democrat. But after Obama got elected . . . nothing changed. He's not a miracle worker, and there is indeed a lot that he just can't fix. But I'm more worried about the things that he does have control over that he doesn't change. Like the war in Iraq. Or the Patriot Act. Or the economic war with Iran. How to end the war in Iraq. Obama is not much different from our last president. This has helped me to realize that I'm a Libertarian. I'll write more on this in the future. But just to give you an example on why Libertarians have a good idea, let's talk about the police force. Libertarians believe that just about everything should be privatized, including the police. People worry that this would lead to police abuse. Well, it's a little too late for that: This week cops tazed an 86 year-old bedridden grandma because she wouldn't take her meds. The cops can do this, because they get paid no matter what....

He opposes the sanctions because they are detrimental to our national security. The rest of Congress puts our nation in jeopardy for political gain. Part 1. Paul reminds that the CIA instigated regime change in Iran back in 1953. We put in a dictator, and the whole thing blew up in our face. Al Qaeda wants us to go to war in the Middle East. It will hurt us financially, and help them recruit people against us. If we make preliminary attacks, we will as guilty as the Japanese during Pearl Harbor. Iran is not capable of attacking us. They are not a threat. They cannot even make enough gasoline for themselves. This policy will backfire and hurt us. Part 2. This is like our war with Iraq. We instituted sanctions and bombed them, killing thousands of children. If anyone thinks taking away gasoline from the common person in Iran, will make them want to get rid of the Ayatollah . . . it does exactly the opposite. These sanctions will only push them toward China, India, and Russia. They...

A recent study showed that most Utahns believe that health care is a fundamental right , and think reform is a good idea. But when asked about Obamacare, they all freaked out. Partisan politics makes rational people retarded, and turns honest discourse into meaningless slogans and name-calling.

Not much. Apparently they've been informed by Fox News. This video proves that Democracy is dangerous, which is why our founding fathers created a Republic instead of a Democracy. It's just sad that she can sell so many books. I'm grateful to have a president who wrote two books by himself.

My uber-Republican friend posted this on her facebook: I like this response:

I found this interesting graphic . Do you think it is accurate? Why? Click on it for a larger view. It has me convinced that I'm extremely left-wing.

Remember the bill that Senator Franken passed to protect victims of rape ? John Stewart made fun of the Republicans who voted against it (all Democrats voted for it). The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Mon - Thurs 11p / 10c Rape-Nuts www.thedailyshow.com Daily Show Full Episodes Political Humor Ron Paul Interview Those who opposed it must be in the pockets of Halliburton.

Glenn Beck puts Vick's Vaporub under his eyes to help him cry. Though this shoot is probably for the back cover of his new book, it's interesting to note that he says "My eyes are getting used to it." Beck's new book teaches his followers counterarguments to use against his opponents, for his followers who yet again are encouraged not to think independent thoughts. Also interesting that the "spontaneous" tea baggers say that they protest because Beck told them to , and that Fox News supports them. That's the difference between real news and Fox. Real news reports on the events, Fox creates events to promote its political agenda. The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Mon - Thurs 11p / 10c Tea Partiers Advise G20 Protesters www.thedailyshow.com Daily Show Full Episodes Political Humor Ron Paul Interview

A friend recently read Michelle Malkin's book Culture of Corruption about Obama. I had an interesting argument with him about it. I think the argument is over, but I am not yet finished with Malkin. She recently appeared on the Hannity show, furious that Obama had apologized for the U.S.'s past conduct. How can I describe what they said ? Stupid? Imperialistic? Perhaps uncharitable would be the best word, because it spit in the face of Christ's teachings. Hannity confessed that he worships Satan. Or rather, he worships the idol of democracy with a reverence for Satan's tactics . HANNITY : "But, you know, he [Obama] says democracy cannot be imposed on any nation from outside . He goes on to say -- he said, and the United States of America will never waver in our attempts to stand up for the right of people to determine their own destiny. I thought it was America's belief, our founding document believes that we're endowed by our creator and that we...

" we don't have a two-party system. We have a one-party system. Both parties endorse the welfare state and corporatism. Both parties support interventionism overseas. But they also write all the campaign laws. So they have made it virtually impossible to break into the monopoly ." Watch vid. " I have a right to the fruits of my labor, and government does not. If you concede the principle of the income tax, you concede the principle that the government owns all your income and permits you to keep a certain percentage of it. God-given rights to our life and our liberty don't come from government ." - Ron Paul

To go along with my post on the money behind the health care debate . Our congressmen are literally sleeping with lobbyists.

Obama's speech to elementary kids happened a couple of weeks ago, but this was too good to pass up: And I wrote earlier, but it bears repeating: And I wrote earlier, but it bears repeating: a friend pointed out that thousands of parents taught their children that it is okay to not listen to people you disagree with. If such an attitude pervades in politics then public discourse will degenerate to one-sided slogans, and the debate (and public opinion) will be easily controlled by pundits, politicians, and the lobbyists who pay them. But I suppose we are already there.

No wonder most news networks gave air coverage. It's scary on the ground. Click here to watch "Jesus is our king." "Obama is the anti-christ." "This wouldn't have happened without Glenn Beck." "Glenn Beck is so logical."

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The 15 most corrupt members of Congress are: Rep. Vern Buchanan (R-FL) Sen. Roland Burris (D-IL) Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA) Rep. Nathan Deal (R-GA) Sen. John Ensign (R-NV) Rep. Jesse Jackson, Jr. (D-IL) Rep. Jerry Lewis (R-CA) Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY) Rep. Alan Mollohan (D-WV) Rep. John Murtha (D-PA) Rep. Charles Rangel (D-NY) Rep. Laura Richardson (D-CA) Rep. Pete Visclosky (D-IN) Rep. Maxine Waters (D-CA) Rep. Don Young (R-AK) Click here to read the full report. Competition was fierce. Good job, fellas (and ladies). Source

Another voice of reason among the madness. With jokes. The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Mon - Thurs 11p / 10c Apothecary Now www.thedailyshow.com Daily Show Full Episodes Political Humor Healthcare Protests The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Mon - Thurs 11p / 10c Mad Men www.thedailyshow.com Daily Show Full Episodes Political Humor Healthcare Protests

In contrast to my last post about crazy mobs, here's a couple guys who speak rationally about the health care debate. And Bill Moyers, who is always eloquent, also talks about the powerful lobbyists who have taken control of the health care debate. He also talks about the political pundits who have become so powerful. It is interesting that people like Beck and Limbaugh, who are unelected officials, whose very jobs rely on controversy, and who are able to sell books and gain viewership the more antagonistic they can be, should yield so much influence over the American people.

A link to the article this video came from. Brought to you by people who can't figure out the difference between 2,000,000 and 70,000. (answer: 28.6X)

The 9/12 marches are not spontaneous grass-roots protests. They are the manipulated guinea pigs of large, rich political organizations that use Glenn Beck as their mouth piece. Some say that Fox is the only station that will cover the protests. If Fox gets there first it is only because they have insider knowledge. Fox created the protests. And on Obama's other speech, the one to the children: A friend pointed out that thousands of parents taught their children that it is okay to not listen to people you disagree with.